1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1998 Samsung SM5

To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat Berline 1998 Samsung SM5
Make Fiat Samsung
Model Berline SM5
Year Released 1962 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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